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Event List

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Ongoing Events

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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Mindful Skills for Relaxation - Bargello Stitch Can Koozies

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours. This month we will be creating a koozie using plastic canva...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Join us monthly to learn new skills that will build mindfulness and lead to deeper relaxation during your “me” hours.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get grea...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Composting for Kids

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Jones) at Jones Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Learn how to turn everyday trash into nature's treasure! Kids will learn about the many ways we can use our waste to work for us and not against us.  Crystal is a pass...

Required
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Learn how to turn everyday trash into nature's treasure! Kids will learn about the many ways we can use our waste to work for us and not against us. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Composting

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Learn about the basics of composting, why it is important, and the different methods through a hands-on session. Kasey Meek brings her passion for nature and education into one ...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Learn about the basics of composting, why it is important, and the different methods through a hands-on session.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

LEGO Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Del City Library's LEGO Club is back! Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun. Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.  LEGO Club is the 1st and 3rd...

Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Del City Library's LEGO Club is back! Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun. Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs. 

LEGO Club is the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Recommended for ages 6-12.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons! We'll do our be...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Are you a wizard, fighter, or a rogue looking for a group? Do you have a dungeon or a dragon looking for adventures? Then come to the Advanced Dungeons and Dragons!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Dino Day

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together.  1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM  

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

We love dinosaurs! Each month we'll learn about a different dinosaur, read a story, and work on a craft together. 

1st Saturday of the month 2-3PM

 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Guided Acrylic Painting: Lighthouse

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be creating a painting a lighthouse against the night sky. You will leave with a completed painting.

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Teens, join us and learn acrylic painting techniques! This month, we will be creating a painting a lighthouse against the night sky. You will leave with a completed painting.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Classroom AB (Downtown) at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
All Ages, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club! Come join us working on our ongoing Heirloom Afghan Blanket project or any project of your choosing. We are a fun group and we welcome yarn art...

Required
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Classroom AB (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Downtown Crochet & Knit Club!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sunny Cyanotype Paper Take & Make

08/05/2024 @ 9:00am to 08/11/2024 @ 6:00pm
Onsite (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

​Before the sun sets on this summer, create a unique piece of art in your backyard with the help of sunlight! Using cyanotype paper and found, natural materials, place any flowers,...

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:

​Before the sun sets on this summer, create a unique piece of art in your backyard with the help of sunlight!

Disclaimer(s)

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Pressed Flower Bookmarks - DIY Make & Take

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come create beautiful bookmarks with pressed flowers!  Make one for yourself and another for a friend. 

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Description:

Come create beautiful bookmarks with pressed flowers!  Make one for yourself and another for a friend. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beekeeping 101

Monday, August 5, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Learn about a trending buzz in the world of interesting agricultural hobbies! Courtney Bir, Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Oklahoma State U...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Learn about a trending buzz in the world of interesting agricultural hobbies!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Line Dancing

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get grea...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Description:

Exercise while having fun! Let's learn to line dance at the library. Learn basic, and advanced dance steps with dance instruction Gene Fowler. Enjoy a social activity, and get great exercise. No experience necessary.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Group/Craft Along!

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A (Bethany) at Bethany Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber...

Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Bethany)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Bring your own project and materials and knit, crochet, or sew your way through the afternoon with members of the community who share your enthusiasm for crafts. All types of fiber arts welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Wood Burning: Pen Holders

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Come and discover one of the many ways that you can express yourself through wood burning.  You will be using a hand held wood burner to put your own design on a pen holder .&...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Come and discover one of the many ways that you can express yourself through wood burning.  You will be using a hand held wood burner to put your own design on a pen holder .  Supplies will be provided.  

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Ralph Ellison Lego Club

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison) at Ralph Ellison Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Age Group:
All Ages
LEGO Club:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Event Description:

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​   

Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Join other LEGO fans to engineer some fun! Imagine, create, play, and learn as we build with LEGOs.

Blast off with your imagination at the Ralph Ellison library as we kick off the new Lego Club. Lego dreamers of all ages and experience levels welcome.​ 

 

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Kit.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn the Art of Mixed Media Collage on Canvas Board

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A (Warr Acres) at Warr Acres Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Create a Mixed Media Collage on Canvas Board! We will be using magazine and newspaper clippings, glue, acrylic paint, washi tape and pens. Come Learn and Enjoy this Unique T...

Required
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community & Civics, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Displays & Exhibits, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Description:

Create a Mixed Media Collage on Canvas Board!

We will be using magazine and newspaper clippings, glue, acrylic paint, washi tape and pens.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Art Night

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room AB (Del City) at Del City Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
All Ages, Kids
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six ...

Required
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six and younger should be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Anime Club

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room AB (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Age Group:
Teens
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country? Join us for Anime Club, make friends who love anime as much as you do, learn cool...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Edmond)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, DIY & Hobbies, Film & Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Love anime, manga, K-pop, or K-dramas? Learning an Asian language? Want to visit an Asian country?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

D&D Character Building

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B (Midwest City) at Midwest City Library
Program Type:
DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Description:

Start a new adventure and learn how to build a D&D character, with our local expert DM Judd!  We will have drinks, snacks, and you can take home a dice set that you build ...

Required
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Midwest City)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Games & Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Description:

Start a new adventure and learn how to build a D&D character, with our local expert DM Judd!  We will have drinks, snacks, and you can take home a dice set that you build yourself!  Once your character is built you can leave or stay

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

DIY Headbands & Hair Accessories (Ages 5-12)

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room B (Northwest) at Northwest Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Kids
Event Description:

Go back to school in style with fancy handmade hair accessories. We'll have headbands and ribbons and all kinds of craft supplies for you to make a one of kind piece. Come show off...

Required
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Description:

Go back to school in style with fancy handmade hair accessories. We'll have headbands and ribbons and all kinds of craft supplies for you to make a one of kind piece. Come show off your fashion design skills! 

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Let's Get Crafty

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room (Choctaw) at Choctaw Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sew Need a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people? Come join us at Let's Get Crafty!&n...

Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Do you crotchet, knit, paint, draw, or sew

Need a place to get to work on your latest project or want to meet up with other crafty people?

Come join us at Let's Get Crafty! 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Soldering Sunday

Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks) at Southern Oaks Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Description:

DIY Soldering Sunday! We are using soldering guns to create some metal work! This is an Adult and Young Adult program. Limited space. Please register the person using the solder...

Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

DIY Soldering Sunday! We are using soldering guns to create some metal work!

Disclaimer(s)

The library is not liable for injuries to people, damage to their property or loss of property belonging to individuals or groups, using the meeting rooms.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Take & Make: Heated Eye Mask -- Ages 10-18

All Day 8/12 - 8/18
Online + Curbside (Edmond) at Edmond Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead. School is starting up, and while we love seei...

Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Edmond)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Description:

Teens and tweens only! Don't have time to come hang out at the library? Pick up one of our take & make kits to do at home instead.

Disclaimer(s)

Warning: Kit contains small parts that could represent a choking hazard. It is not intended for children under 3. It is encouraged that an adult supervise children while using this Metropolitan Library System Take & Make Bag.

We can only guarantee one kit per registration.  Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed.  Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.

Thank you for your help!